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1998 Topps Roundball Royalty Refractor Kobe Bryant #R18
Basketball Cards
PSA10
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An exceptional offering for elite basketball collectors, this 1998 Topps Roundball Royalty Refractor features the legendary Kobe Bryant. Graded a pristine Gem Mint 10 by PSA, this card represents the pinnacle of late-90s insert design, showcasing a dazzling diamond-patterned background that shifts through vibrant purple, gold, and green refractor hues. With a highly coveted PSA 10 population of just 51, this stunning insert captures the Black Mamba early in his historic career, making it an incredibly scarce and visually arresting addition to any high-end portfolio.
The reverse of the card commemorates Bryant's historic 1997–98 campaign—his second NBA season—during which he earned his first-ever NBA All-Star selection and cemented himself as a rising global superstar. As early-career Kobe Bryant refractors continue to serve as cornerstone assets within the sports card market, this flawless, top-grade specimen stands as a premier investment piece celebrating one of the most relentless competitors in basketball history.Show more
$14,382
Sold on AuctionsAug 13, 2026
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